Katherine Applegate

Katherine Applegate is an American author acclaimed for her diverse works in children's and young adult fiction. She co-created the Animorphs series with her husband, Michael Grant, captivating readers with stories of teenagers transforming into animals to fight alien invaders. Applegate won the 2013 Newbery Medal for The One and Only Ivan, a novel inspired by the true story of a captive gorilla, praised for its heartfelt narrative and exploration of themes like freedom and friendship. Her storytelling spans genres and age groups, consistently delivering compelling characters and thought-provoking themes.